Senior PCB Designer

Austin, TexasGlobal Operations – Global Operations /Full Time /HybridFor over four decades, Cirrus Logic has been propelled by the top engineers in mixed-signal processing. Our rockstar team thrives on solving complex challenges with innovative end-user solutions for the world's top consumer brands. Cirrus Logic is also known for its award-winning culture, which was built on a foundation of inclusion and fairness, meaningful community engagement, and delivering enjoyable employee experiences at every turn. But we couldn’t do it without our extraordinary workforce – and that’s where you come in. Join our team and help us continue to make Cirrus Logic an exceptional place to grow your career! We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior PCB Designer to join our team based in our Austin facility. You will be working with a diverse range of cross functional groups in a truly global environment, with exceptional benefits available in return. This is a great opportunity to be part of an organization operating at the forefront of cutting-edge technology, working on exciting products. In this role, you will collaborate with internal stakeholders to receive design specifications and complete designs primarily for Applications, Validation, Reliability and ATE PCB requirements. Main Responsibilities:• Design complex, multi-layer, high-density interconnect PCBs, consisting of multiple lamination cycles and via structures, from schematic capture through manufacturing release.• Translate schematics, system requirements, and signal-integrity constraints into robust, manufacturable board layouts at sub 0.4 mm pitch.• Drive high-speed design practices, including impedance-controlled routing, differential pair tuning, length matching, and power-integrity optimization.• Collaborate closely with IC design, packaging, hardware, mechanical, and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration across the full product stack.• Adhere to DFM, DFF, DFT, resolve manufacturability issues, and ensure compliance with industry standards and internal quality guidelines.• Oversee the generation of fabrication and assembly documentation, including Gerbers, ODB++, drawings, and build notes.• Champion continuous improvement in design workflows, automation, and tool utilization to increase efficiency and design quality.Required Skills and Qualifications:• 2-year technical degree or equivalent and demonstrable experience in the PCB layout field.• 5+ years’ experience with industry-standard ECAD tools, such as Cadence Allegro, Altium Designer, or Siemens/Mentor Graphics.• Thorough understanding of mix-signal, HDI, complex via stack-ups and WLCSP design principles.• In-depth knowledge of IPC standards and design for manufacturing (DFM) guidelines.• Conduct design reviews, provide guidance to junior designers, and uphold best-practice methodologies across the layout team.• Producing deliverables to defined schedules, ensuring timelines are met• Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.• Strong desire to be part of a cohesive culture and strong design team.Preferred Skills and Qualifications:• Knowledge of PCB manufacturing processes.• Knowledge of ATE (HIBs, PIBs, Probe Cards) and semiconductor reliability stress (HAST/HTOL) hardware.• Experience and understanding of AI tools and how they can enable design efficiency• CID and CID+ certification.This position is based in our Austin office. It is a hybrid role (2 days in the office) with the flexibility to work from home, depending on business needs. Candidates must live within a commutable distance or be willing to relocateApplicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.Export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit candidates who are nationals of certain embargoed countries from working in this position without Cirrus Logic first obtaining an export license. Candidates for this role must be able to access technical data without a requirement for an export license. We are unable to sponsor or obtain export licenses for this role.Cirrus Logic strives to select the best qualified applicant for any opening. Different approaches, ideas and points of view are both valued and respected. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.